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New Year, New Schedule

Once again, I find myself changing my blog schedule. I'll be posting my blogs on Tuesday, since my new schedule this year allows better writing time on that day. Speaking of new schedules, this past year has been full of changes for me. I went from one job to another,...

Some Things About the New Year

Recently I have learned and considered that there are some things we think and feel about a new year that could use some more thought. "New year, new me!" Just because the year is new doesn't automatically mean I suddenly am or am going to be a better person. It...

If I Were There

Recently at church some of our kids sang "If I Were There", a song wondering what one might do if they were there for the birth of Jesus Christ. It's gotten me wondering what I'd think and do if I were there. Would I have the knowledge I do now and just effectively...

Children’s Version – Joseph in Egypt

In Sunday School, the two, three, and four year-olds have been learning about Joseph in Egypt after his brothers sold him as a slave. Even though Joseph wasn't supposed to be there and hadn't done anything wrong, he still decided that he was going to keep believing in...

Praying the Bible

Last night at church the pastor talked about prayer, and how sometimes we can get bored with it. He pointed out that it's not wrong that we pray about the same old things, but sometimes saying the same old things about the same old things is the problem. Too often we...

Observations on Humans

I've heard a few people say that it can sometimes be fun and helpful to talk about humans as if you're not one, and you're pointing out all the fun, adorable, and wholesome things they do. I figured I'd give it a go. Humans love a good story, especially if it talks...

A Few More Notes on Faith

I've shared notes on faith before (Notes on Faith), and I have a few more. Familiarity doesn't mean faith. Just because you're used to God and church doesn't mean they actually mean anything to you. Minimum provisions give the opportunity for maximum faith. The...

A Bit on Repentance

I've recently come across some good lessons and information about repentance, so I'd like to share. Reform does not equal regeneration, and remorse does not equal repentance. Repentance demands and is change. It is a deliberate change. Before the truth sets you free,...

A Few Thoughts

I've had a few things on my mind lately, and in case you wanted to read them I'll put them here. Whether it's a sin or a virtue, it is unhealthy to deny something about yourself or pretend it isn't there. Denying a sin means you won't confront and get rid of it....